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Victoria Day
A Canadian public holiday held on the Monday before 25 May, marking the official birthday of the reigning monarch.
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Last checked20 October 2026
First held1901
About the day
Victoria Day became a legal holiday in 1901 after the death of Queen Victoria, and a 1952 change fixed it to the Monday before 25 May. It marked Queen Elizabeth II's birthday from 1957, and a 2023 proclamation extended it to all future monarchs. It is a federal general holiday and is observed in most provinces and territories.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Monday 24 May 2027 | Canada | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Monday 22 May 2028 | Canada | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | Monday 21 May 2029 | Canada | Set by a fixed rule |
Where this information comes from
- Canadian Heritage: Victoria Day
- Government of Canada: General holidays for federally regulated employees
- Government of Alberta: General holidays
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